Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
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💼 Business
Louisiana's new Senate Bill 232 updates the state's film incentive program by removing a $20 million production cap and a $3 million payroll limit and allowing productions to receive a 40% tax credit on in-state spending + a 15% bonus for hiring Louisiana residents.
The law is expected to attract larger projects and create thousands of local jobs.
🏛️ Government
Lawmakers passed a bill letting homeowners insure their homes at a stated value during the insurance crisis and approved bills that give public school teachers a permanent pay raise tied to a constitutional amendment + tax credits for fortified roofs.
They also passed a multi-billion operating budget that funds tutoring and teacher stipends before the session ended at 6 p.m. today.
Louisiana lawmakers passed two bills that create a one-door system to let residents get benefits from one place—HB624 shifts SNAP work to the Department of Health while HB617 moves other programs to Louisiana Works.
Gov. Jeff Landry must sign the bills for them to become law.
🏥 Health
Mackie Shilstone, a Fitness and Nutrition Expert, explained three diets that may slow cognitive dysfunction + boost brain health during Wellness Wednesday.
He advised local residents to consider these diets as a way to protect long-term brain function.
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6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Harbor Center — Cost not specified — Watch top chefs from Louisiana compete for the seafood king/queen title.
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